1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB2 | S8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |